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VINEYARD, Utah (AP) — The once tiny town of Vineyard in Utah County has exploded in popularity the past two years. According to new U.S. Census estimates, Vineyard has grown from 611 residents to a population of 3,953, making it the fastest growing city in the state in 2016.
The Salt Lake Tribune reported (http://bit.ly/2rPawQs ) last week that City Manager Jacob McHargue thinks the town's population has already ballooned to 8,000 residents, based on the number of recently completed and occupied homes.
The state of Utah leads the nation in population growth. The 2016 population estimates for cities nationwide was released Thursday and shows 202 of Utah's 246 cities and towns gained residents.
Lehi was the 11th fastest-growing city in the nation by percentage among those with populations greater than 50,000.
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